Dishwasher Parts You Will Need* (Not#ncluded)

• Drain Hose Clamp, 1W' Diameter

IMPORTANT: Disconnect power before starting installation.

• Elbow, 90 ° with a 3/d' National Pipe Thread Electrical

Installation • Conduit Connector
1. The dishwasher operates on a 120 volt, 60 Hz electrical supply.
Air Gap
• Wire Nuts, two (2) for 12-14 gauge wire
lYf:l 1! ; Provide a separate circuit with a fuse or circuit breaker rated for
Instructions If required: Available at: Electric Shock Hazard
at least 15 amps (20 amps if connected with disposer) but not
more than 20 amps.
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• "Y" Branch Tailpiece and
Connector Kit (See Step 4)
• Air Gap Kit (See Step 4)
• Fasteners for floor
anchoring (See Step 9)
Plumbing Supply Store Observe all local codes and ordinances for
2. Note the locations of electrical supply and dishwasher's
electrical and plumbing connections. All electrical electrical junction box on right underside of unit behind kickplate
Plumbing Supply Store and plumbing work should be performed by assembly. See Figure 3.
Hardware Store qualified persons. Failure to follow this warning
3. Cut access hole in shaded area shown in Figure 2.
could result in death or serious injury.
4. Pull electrical cable through hole into installation area.

1. Make sure your location has the right drain, water, and Water
electrical outlets to make the connections. Do not install unit
1. Determine where you will connect to hot water supply. Review
under a cooktop range, Damage to plastic tub will occur,
Figure 3 and note the location of water inlet valve.
Electric Shock Hazard 3. If you connect to a sink trap, local codes may require you to
-_ f j install an air gap kit, not included. The drain hose will be routed
Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or
circuit breaker box before beginning installation. from dishwasher to air gap inlet as shown in Figure 6. An air
© gap kit is available from a plumbing supply store. (If the drain
Failure to follow this warning could result in death , 90°---_ /-- 90 ° __ Property Damage
hose is installed through the floor, an air gap is necessary).
or serious injury.
34,'/_"min. Electrical, water, Do not use the furnished drain hose or a rubber garden hose
and drain lines 4. If you connect to a disposer, the large end of drain hose will
for the water supply line. Either of these hoses can burst.
must be confined fit. Figure 7(a). The knock out plug must be removed from
© @ Flooding may occur and cause property damage.
• Examine dishwasher and locate connections. See Step 4. to shaded area. | 8 _
inside disposer inlet before making the final fit to drain
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rain. hose. See Figure 7(b).
• Locate dishwasher where there is easy access to drain, %'
, i_ . Be sure water inlet valve is )rotected from freezing. If valve
water, and electrical lines. The best location is on either side freezes and ruptures, flooding may occur. Drain
of the kitchen sink for access to existing plumbing and ease f 3. Determine amount of tubing needed to connect hot water
Motor
End /
•Largerend
ofhose
in loading dishes. See Step 4. supply to the unit's water inlet valve. Copper tubing must have a . / _ltsdisposer
minimum _/8"OD. High-pressure and high-temperature rated Cutfor_/, connection. / Inlet filling.
• Electrical, water, and drain connections are not the same for
all age, brands, or models of dishwashers. Check the plastic tubing with a minimum inner diameter of V4"may be ...... Drain Hose
location and length of home utilities. See Step 4. used. A shut-off valve installed outside dishwasher cabinet is F_ure 71a)
Cot [or 3./# n connection.
best. See Figure 4.
• A 15-20 amp, grounded, 120 volt AC only, electrical supply is
required. See Steps 4 and 8.
• If dishwasher drain hose will be connected to a food
Flgut_ 2 Drain Air Gap
disposer for the first time, knock out plug located inside
disposer inlet. See Steps 4 and 6.
IMPORTANT: For proper operation and appearance of unit,
• Kinked water or drain hoses can cause problems. See Step cabinet opening should have dimensions as shown in Figure 2.
6. If unit is to be placed in a corner, there must be at least a 2-inch
• Dishwashers need to be connected to a hot water supply side clearance to open door.
Alternate
INSTALLER: Leave Installation Instructions with owner. with enough water pressure to insure an adequate fill. 2. Remove any carpet from area to provide motor clearance. Floor Drain
See Steps 4 and 7. should be flat and free of any obstruction.
OWNER: Read your dishwasher Use and Care Manual. It contains Through
important safety information for operating this appliance. It also has • Each home installation differs. You will need additional Floor into
many suggestions for getting the best results from your dishwasher. parts listed above to complete your installation. _pamte
IMPORTANT: Drain, water, and electrical lines should be
See Steps 4 and 7. Trap
Printed in U.S.A. 154427301 roughed-in before going any further.
• Flush water line prior to making the final connection to
(04/07) ve
prevent clogging of dishwasher's filter screen. See Step 7.
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• The dishwasher will look, sound, and perform best when _in Sink at Right
properly leveled. See Step 5. (NOTE: If levelers are Electric Shock Hazard 2" Drain Hose Hole
removed during installation, make sure the floor is flat and
Electrical, water, and drain lines must be confined Flgnre 71b)
free of any obstruction.)
to shaded areas in Figure 2.
• Anchorthe dishwasher. See Step 9. Figure 4
Electric conductors, water, and drain could be
Read all instructions before installing dishwasher.
damaged.
For your safety, please read and observe all safety Failure to follow these instructions could result in 4. Cut water access hole in shaded area in Figure 2. 5. Before cutting drain hose access, check both sides of selected
instructions. This guide will help you anticipate drain, water, and fire or electric shock. area to avoid interference. Cut a 2" diameter hole in shaded
5. Route water supply line into installation area.
electrical connections, and help you select the best location for the area shown in Figure 2.
dishwasher. IMPORTANT: Incoming hot water temperature should be at
least 120°F (49°C). Water pressure should be between 6. If the cabinet wall is wood, sand edges of hole until smooth and
NOTE: If dishwasher is installed at end of a cabinet line, sides 20-120 psi. rounded. If cabinet wall is metal, cover all sharp edges with
and back must be fully enclosed. electrical or duct tape to avoid cutting drain hose.
1. Remove two (2) screws at front of the kickplate assembly using
a #2 Phillips screw driver. NOTE: You can order a Cabinet Seal Kit (Kit # 154528701) by
Tip Over Hazard contacting your dealer or parts supplier. This kit provides a Drain
2. Tilt and pull forward to remove. See Figure 1.
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. seal between the unit and cabinets once installation is 1. Review Figures 5 and 6 to see the different ways to connect
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the outer door for installation. complete. (This kit is included on select models). dishwasher to drain system. Choose method that best suits
Do not push down on open door. However, you might find it more convenient to do so. You your need.
can find directions for removing door in Step 10.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious
injury.
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FdcAplateAssembly Entry Must be
Above

Adjustable Toeplate IMPORTANT: Do not cross drain, water, and electrical lines in
(Insulation avdilable front of dishwasher motor or frame.
somemodols)
Tools and Materials Needed for Kicl_plate Locating the Connections
Installation 1. Review dimensions in Figure 3 to locate dishwasher's drain,
water, and electrical connections.

Drill, Electric 2. All connections must be made in shaded area in Figure 2.

Driver, Socket 3116",V4",5/_6"
Flaring Tool / Tube Cutter (for copper tubing) F_ure 3
Sink at
Flashlight Front RlghtSMe
Level Water Inlet
49 _/4" 2" Drain Hose Hole
Valve i_

Pipe Joint Compound (for iron pipe plumbing) or I,_ 23_/s "
Pipe Thread Tape (for sealing threads)
Pliers Fl_u/_ I
Door in
Safety Glasses l/a- opon posltion . If you connect to a sink drain, entry will need to be above
Saw, Keyhole or V2", 1V2" to 2" Hole Cutters n.
trap. A "Y" branch tailpiece and connector kit, not included, will
Screw Drivers, Slotted and #2 Phillips (magnetic tip 3. Locate water inlet valve behind kickplate on bottom left make this method easier and includes all needed fittings and
preferred) underside of unit. The valve has a 3/s"NPT female fitting. instructions. See Figure 5.
Tape, Electrical or Duct 4. Wrap 90 ° elbow (not included) with pipe thread tape (or apply
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Tape, Measuring From rear to From #oor to

joint compound) and thread it into water inlet valve. center of water water inlet
Wire Stripper or Utility Knife lnlet valve. valve.
5. Tighten elbow with a wrench, leaving elbow pointing toward
Wrench, Hex-end Junction Box
rear of unit. To prevent bending of bracket or breaking of valve, (not visible)
Wrenches, 2 Adjustable (for copper tubing) a void overtightening.
or 2 Pipe wrenches (for iron pipe plumbing)
 Electrical Supply Floor Anchoring , Place door where it will not get scratched or damaged while
completing installation.
This procedure is difficult and should be used only if countertop
1. Remove junction box cover and pull house wiring into junction mounting brackets cannot be used. 5. When ready to replace door, fit the slots on each side of top
box. See Figures 12 and 13. door edge over the tabs on the metal liner. Push on sides to
1. Screw 1/4"lag screws, not included, through holes provided in
2. Use a UL listed conduit connector, not included, at box to insure the door is fiat. Push up from bottom until there is no gap
Measure height of cabinet opening frame rail. See Figure 15.
.
stabilize wiring. between door and console. See Figure 16c.
from underside of countertop to floor. 2. Use expansion fasteners if floor is concrete.
Check chart for height opening and IMPORTANT: Be sure electrical cable is not routed behind
suggested adjustment. dishwasher's motor.

Use'/4 "/.agscrews
(not includ_d)
Leg Leveler Adjustment Chart Liner
Height of Number of Turns to
Figure I0 Figure 15 Door
Cabinet Opening Adjust Levelers
34" (86.4cm) 0
The drain hose loop must be at least 32" !_ from the lloor
34W' (86.7cm) 2 to insure proper drainage. Wall
345/16"(87.2cm) 6 Side
341/2" (87.6cm) 9 Note: If mounting your dishwasher to the countertop or to the floor View
is not a desirable option, you can order the side mount kit,
For additional height add shims under levelers.
154477201, by contacting your dealer or parts supplier. This allows
you to install the dishwasher by securing it to the cabinets or
. Move dishwasher to front of installation area.
partitions on either side of the unit. The kit utilizes the front frame of Appearance of console and door may
3. Loosen the front and rear leveling legs by turning Junction Box the dishwasher to secure the unit to the cabinet or partitions. vary from your model.
counterclockwise. Refer to chart for number of turns. See (in place)
Figure 8. Front levelers should allow 1/4"below underside of Property Damage
countertop. Do not solder within 6" of the water inlet valve. Damage to 6. Unlatch door and open while supporting outer door on both sides
the plastic parts in the valve may occur. PTgure 12 at bottom to keep in place. Align screw holes and replace
screws.
Use care that no sealer, dirt, or other objects enter the valve.
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Damage to the filter screen may occur.
. Inside junction box, attach ground wire under head of grounding
Be sure the dishwasher is placed where the water inlet valve screw and tighten. See Figure 13.
will be kept from freezing. If the valve freezes, it may rupture
4. Connect incoming black lead to dishwasher's black lead and
and flooding may occur.
incoming white lead to dishwasher's white lead with wire nuts or
Water Line other suitable connectors, not included. Wire nuts should be
Before starting the dishwasher,
tight. Electric Shock Hazard
1. Flush water line before connecting it to water inlet valve to
prevent early clogging of filter screen. Place a bunched towel Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box
check these items:
over end of line to prevent splashing. Open valve for a few Conduit Ground Wire or circuit breaker box before beginning
Connector
seconds and let water drain into a pan. Turn off water supply installation. _1 Drain hose is assembled to drain pump.
at shut-off valve. Failure to follow this warning could result in _1 All packing materials and consumer literature have been
death or serious injury. removed from u nit.
_1 Dishwasher is level and securely fastened.
_1 Open and close door to make sure it does not hit
Figure II
4. If levelers have to be removed, make sure floor is free of surrounding cabinet or countertop.
obstructions. Cut Hazard _1 Water and drain lines have no kinks.
5. Place dishwasher inside cabinet area so that it is centered in Metal color panels are sharp and should be
_1 Wiring connections to junction box are tight.
opening. Use caution when moving dishwasher to prevent handled with care. Wear gloves to protect
Through White Wire to Water supply is turned on.
Cabinet \ hands.
damage to dishwasher, floor, and cabinets. White Wire
(Neutral) Joints are free of leaks.
6. Check that dishwasher is level from side to side by placing a Failure to follow this warning may result in
Black Wire to injury.
level against the top front section of the tub. See Figure 9a.
S Black Wire (Hot)

Through To Install a Custom Wood Panel Replacing Door

Floor
1. Refer to Step 10, numbers 5 and 6, for replacing outer door.
The dishwasher door panel can be customized to match wood
5. Replace junction box cover. See Figure 13.
2. Route water line to water inlet valve as shown in Figure 11. cabinets. This will require a kit that includes a mid-door with side 2. Adjust door springs to balance weight of door. A correct spring
3. While firmly pulling water supply line into 90 ° elbow, tightly and bottom trim, heavy-duty door springs and instructions. setting allows door to remain horizontal in opened position, yet
connect water supply to water inlet valve. Supply line must be will rise to close with slight lift of finger.
Kits are available from your dealer or parts supplier.
free of kinks, scales, chips, and lubricants. 3. If necessary, increase tension by moving springs to a hole
4. Turn on water supply and check for leaks. toward rear of unit or decrease by moving them toward front.
Hgure 9a Hgare 9b See Figure 17.
5. If water inlet valve clogs, make sure water supply is off. The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from tilting when door is
7. Check that dishwasher is level from front to back by placing Remove four (4) screws at inlet end of valve and clean filter opened. Choose one of the methods described below to secure unit. To Remove and Replace Outer Door
level on side of opened door. See Figure 9b. screen. F/_are 17
. Unlatch and open
8. Adjust levelers up or down until dishwasher is level. Countertop Anchoring door. Using a Phillips Figure i 6a
1. Adjust levelers (see Step 5) so mounting brackets touch head screw driver,
Move springs toward
underside of countertop. IMPORTANT: Dishwasher must rest remove two (2) screws rear of dlsgwasher to
on floor--do not hang from countertop. See Figure 14. from inner door. Save increase tension.
2. Screw mounting brackets firmly to countertop using screws screws to reassemble.
provided in literature packet. See Figure 16a.

3. Open and close dishwasher door slowly. If door hits mounting

bracket screw heads, adjust front levelers. . Close and latch door
Note: Open and close door to make sure it does not hit while holding both 4. Turn electrical supply on.
Electric Shock Hazard surrounding cabinets or countertop. sides.

Plumbing material and drain hose must not come

in contact with wiring or electrical components. Operate the machine through at
Failure to follow this warning could result in Electric Shock Hazard least one fill and pump-out,
personal injury from exposed wiring. Make sure electrical power has been disconnected
box or circuit breaker box.
at fuse
Figure ! 6b checking the following items:
, Place one hand on
1. Pull out unit and check to see if drain hose is correctly attached The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal, At first fill, make sure water completely covers filter surface.
each side of door and
to the drain pump assembly, tf drain hose is not attached to permanent wiring system. The equipment-grounding (Motor pump sound may be heard before water enters unit).
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and pull down at top
drain pump, follow the instruction sheet (included with drain
connected to the appliance's equipment grounding terminal approximately V4". At pump-out, make sure all water is pumped out.
hose) on how to correctly install the drain hose to the drain pump
or lead. It is the consumer's responsibility to contact a Pull entire door
assembly. Check water connections again for leaks.
qualified installer to make sure the electrical installation
conforms with the National Electrical Code and local codes
assembly toward i
2. Move unit back in place while routing drain hose through access you to remove.
hole. Use caution to prevent damage to the dishwasher, floor and ordinances.
See Figure 16b.
and cabinets. IMPORTANT: Make sure there are no sharp
bends or kinks that might restrict drain flow.
Do not connect the dishwasher to the power supply until the
appliance is permanently grounded. Use Phillips Head Screws
5
#8 x /8 iii i
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(included in the literature packet).
All wiring connections must be enclosed in the junction box. Electric Shock Hazard
3. Secure drain hose to sink drain, disposer, or separate trap with a

clamp. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to overtighten clamp or
you may damage end of hose. Do not connect hose to
horizontal pipe between sink drain and disposer.
4. Be sure unit does not rest on drain hose. It should be free of
electrical components and door springs. Do not cut corrugated
drain hose. Pull excess through cabinet and place under sink.
Make sure hose does not come in contact with any sharp edges.
See Figure 10.
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This unit has copper lead wires. If all connections are correct, there are no leaks,
Joining aluminum building wire to stranded copper wire Appearance of console and door may and unit runs properly, replace the kickplate
vary from your model.
should be done by a qualified electrician using materials assembly before placing unit into operation.
recognized by UL and local codes.
Failure to follow this warning could result in
Do not use an extension cord. Such use can result in fire,
electrical shock, or other personal injury. electric shock.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in death or
serious injury.